Since the upturn in consumer confidence retailers have been quick to examine growth options in a bid to capitalise on the increase in spending power. As a result, demand for retail property is on the rise, with homeware and furniture chains at the forefront... Read More
Consumer confidence is steadily on the rise, with recent data from industry bodies such as the British Retail Consortium (BRC) indicating strong recovery within the retail sector. However, it’s clear that certain regions of the country are leading the way,... Read More
With Valentine’s Day upon us, those who have not yet prepared by popping to the shops or ordering online may be facing rising levels of panic at the thought of confronting their loved one with nothing but an apologetic smile. Yet fortunately there is still... Read More
Following reports that shop vacancy rates are at a four year low, the latest British Retail Consortium (BRC) and KPMG Retail Sales Monitor makes further good reading for the high street. The report shows that like for like sales in January grew by 3.9... Read More
Fashion retailer Topshop has announced that it will be opening a flagship store in a prestigious fashion location in the United States as part of its growth plan to capitalise on new markets. A 40,000 sq ft store will open on Manhattan’s Fifth Avenue in the... Read More
The plastic bag tax which has already been implemented in Wales and Ireland is due to come into effect in England following the general election in 2015. With the majority of ministers behind the plan in principle, it is hoped that it will further contribute... Read More
As consumer confidence continues to improve and real wages slowly begin to creep up, the retail industry has benefited from a surprisingly strong rise in profitability. However, while chains such as John Lewis and Home Retail Group’s subsidiaries Argos and... Read More
In the lead up to Christmas 2013, a number of retailers demanded rebates from their suppliers as a result of the uncertain trading conditions. In part this is because, although the retail industry has taken great steps towards recovery, the memories of the... Read More
Sports Direct has become a powerhouse of the British retailing scene, in part, due to the acquisitions it has made. Now the chain appears to be looking further afield with founder Mike Ashley having spent the past weekend in Dublin. It is thought that he... Read More
Although the economy has largely picked up and allowed industries such as manufacturing and retail to flourish, certain regions of the UK have continued to underperform due to weaknesses in the local economy. Yet it appears that the final quarter of 2013... Read More
